Show I 0 i F Grand Theatre presents The King and I c r Pat Davis to direct seasons season's final musical i f. f Brenda Upright Staff Writer T J r TN N the grand tradition ion of Rodgers IN land and Hammers Hammerstein te In th the e G Grand ra nd t. t Theatre presents the elaborate musical The Tile King and I from Friday May 21 through gh Saturday June 5 The play is the last of the theater season L The play is based on the book Anna 1 1 and the King of Siam Its It's a true story of Anna who in Victorian times moved to Si Siam m and changed the attitude of the King and the nation through teaching traditions that converted converted converted con con- the country to new world tices Th This is is the most relevant show we can do today said Director Pat Davis referring to women's changing role in society In t days today's world there is a alot alot alot lot for women to learn from Anna because because because be be- cause of her courage and commit commit- ment mente Anna was a widow and single mother who looked at her own capabilities and talents to make a livelihood for herself and her son Davis who is the producer and managing director of the Grand Theatre added The liThe message I want to send to women and everyone is to look at the talent within themselves th and find a showcase for it and go ahead and do it The cast is complete with 91 actors and actresses 51 of them children one of whom is deaf The cast has been practicing since the end of March six days a week including early Saturday mornings Its lilts coming along she she said The liThe effectiveness of the scene depends on their unde understanding standing David Jensen who I plays the role of the King said he has enjoyed working at the Grand Theatre Jensen a native of Utah who ho has previously worked in Los Angeles said I enjoy working with the people here and Pat Davis has been great Jensens Jensen's notable credits include various television and film roles He has made many past performances at Pioneer Theatre Company He moved back to Salt Lake City in 1982 for the lithe quality of life here There is a good working atmosphere and the people are very nurturing When asked about sharing scenes with 51 children he commented They are very professional I en enjoy joy working with them Jensen thinks people will be attracted attracted attracted at at- to The King and I because its s isa a classic and the music is wonderful aw c e y ya a z 1 L zw Ej v y g T 01 koa r f k s Photo Margaret contributor Aoki Pat Davis directing The King and I. I The show runs Friday May 21 through Saturday June 5 Other members of the cast include Margo Watson as Anna Kris Tong as Prince Shawna Gottfredson as Lady Jennifer Myers as Bryan Fong as Lun Tha Gary Gingold as the and Jon Louis Copier as The play will be presented at pm p.m. Mondays through Saturdays Dis Discount Discount Dis- Dis count student prices will be offered Friday May 21 Saturday May 22 Saturday May 29 and the matinee on Saturday June 5 5 S. 3 |